What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via El Centro Bus Stop and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Palm Desert?

The distance between El Cajon and Palm Desert is 197 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Palm Desert bus from?

El Cajon to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Cajon Transit Center station.

Where does the El Cajon to Palm Desert bus arrive?

El Cajon to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Centro Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Palm Desert is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from El Cajon to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2450+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

El Cajon to Palm Desert - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Cajon to Palm Desert by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2055 / ...
5h 31m
$30–57
Drive 122.5 mi
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1. Drive from El Cajon to Palm Desertcar 122.5 mi
2h 24m
$23–33
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 23m
$68–135

El Cajon to Palm Desert by bus and foot

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.3 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via El Centro Bus Stop, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 5h 31m.

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